Bagon – Deoxys (#52)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Bagon (#52) is a Common card from EX - Deoxys released in 2005. It showcases artwork by Takao Unno and the Singe attack, Flip a coin. If heads, the Defending Pokémon is now Burned.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.36, Cardmarket average sale is €0.36, Floor listings start near €0.02.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.36
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.24
- Recent low listing: €0.02
Card Details
- Set
- Deoxys
- Card Number
- 52
- Rarity
- ✨ Common
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Takao Unno
- HP
- 50
- Type
- ⭐ Colorless
- Weaknesses
- Colorless ×2
- Resistances
- Fire -30, Fighting -30
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
- Evolves To
- Shelgon
Attacks & Strategy
-
Singe
[Fire]
Flip a coin. If heads, the Defending Pokémon is now Burned. -
Doubleslap
[Water]
— 10×
Flip 2 coins. This attack does 10 damage times the number of heads.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Bagon from Deoxys (Common) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2005, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Takao Unno.
Market Trends: Current market conditions show moderate interest in this card.
Investment Considerations: Vintage cards from this era have shown strong long-term appreciation potential.
⚔️ Competitive Play & Tournament Viability
This Bagon 52 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Bagon's Singe for Fire energy. Special effect: Flip a coin. If heads, the Defending Pokémon is now Burned.
Stats Overview: 50 HP • Colorless Type • Weak to Colorless ×2 • Resistant to Fire -30, Fighting -30
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
� Compare Bagon Cards
Looking for other Bagon cards to compare? View different versions with varying HP, attacks, and rarity levels.
| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Deoxys #52 ← Current | 50 | 2 attacks | Common | $0.36 |
�📦 Deoxys Set Context
This Bagon is part of the Deoxys expansion , released as part of the EX series in 2005.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Takao Unno, whose distinctive illustration style has made their cards highly collectible. Explore more cards illustrated by this artist to discover similar art styles and collecting themes.
💎 Professional Grading Guide
Professional grading can significantly increase the value of your Bagon card. Here's what you need to know:
Industry standard • Value multiplier: 2-4x
Best for: High-value cards, modern sets
Subgrades available • Value multiplier: 2-3x
Best for: Premium cards, perfect centering
Fast turnaround • Value multiplier: 1.5-3x
Best for: Budget-friendly option, bulk
💡 Should You Grade This Card?
- Yes, consider grading if: Card value exceeds $20 and is in excellent condition
- Grading cost: $20-100+ per card (depending on service level)
- Break-even point: Card should be worth $50+ raw to justify grading costs
- Turnaround time: 2 weeks to 6 months depending on service
Collector Notes
- Common cards from Deoxys are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Takao Unno resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Colorless typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
More from Deoxys
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Bagon 52 was released in 2005 in the Deoxys expansion. This set is part of the EX series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Takao Unno. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Deoxys is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.
Competitive History: Colorless type Pokémon like Bagon with versatile attack options provide flexibility in deck building and can adapt to different matchups. Currently legal in Unlimited format.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Bagon card with these essential products:
- Penny sleeves: Basic protection
- Perfect fit sleeves: Pre-grading
- Top loaders: Display & storage
- Binders with side-loading pages
- Storage boxes (800-count)
- ETB (Elite Trainer Box) storage
- Premium display cases
- Pair with Colorless energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Bagon works best in Colorless type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.